Becoming the Queen of Queens is not just about winning a pageant, but representing an ideal of elegance and authenticity. What did you feel the exact moment you were crowned, and how are you experiencing these first months of your reign?
For me, it was all unexpected. I was surrounded by beautiful girls, each with her own uniqueness, and I never imagined I would be the one to receive that title. At the moment of the coronation, I felt an immense emotion, a mix of joy, disbelief, and, above all, profound gratitude. These first months as Queen of Queens are bringing me so much happiness and new awareness. I am living this journey with enthusiasm, trying to honor the title I bear, without ever losing the spontaneity and authenticity that distinguish me. For me, in fact, a crown is not just a symbol of beauty, but also an opportunity to grow, inspire, and leave something positive in the people I meet.
Our pageant celebrates 100% natural beauty, going against the excessive use of filters, touch-ups, and cosmetic surgery we see online today. How difficult is it for a young woman your age to maintain her authenticity in a world dominated by social media?
I believe that for a young woman of my age it is quite difficult, because we are constantly surrounded by images of perfection that, especially on social media, risk making us lose sight of reality. We often forget that behind a screen, life is not always shown as it truly is. Personally, I try to be as authentic and spontaneous as possible, even on social media, because I believe that a woman's true beauty does not hide behind a filter, but resides in her naturalness, her personality, and in what makes her unique. And I am convinced that all this can shine through social media as well: you just need the courage to show yourself for who you are, without feeling the need to appear perfect at all costs.
Beyond the spotlights, fashion shows, and events, who is Flavia in her daily life? What are your studies, your passions, and how do you manage to balance a normal young woman's life with the responsibilities and commitments of an international ambassador?
Away from the spotlight, I am a girl who lives her daily life with simplicity and curiosity. I am in my final year of art high school, and one of my greatest passions is art in all its forms and expressions—a world I feel deeply mine and to which I dedicate much of my time.
Like any girl my age, my life is made up of studying, loved ones, friendships, and sports, alongside the commitments and responsibilities related to my role as an ambassador. I admit that sometimes, managing to balance everything is not easy, but I am very satisfied with the equilibrium I am learning to build. I believe it is important to cultivate one's passions and pursue one's goals without losing sight of what truly matters, facing every experience with enthusiasm, dedication, and awareness.
You are very young and have your whole life ahead of you. Looking to your future, what are your greatest expectations? Is there a particular dream, either professional or personal, that you hope to make come true in the next five years?
Looking to the future, in the next five years, I would like to build a professional career in the fashion world, a field that has always fascinated me. At the same time, I want to continue studying, growing, and cultivating my passions, without ever stopping to challenge myself and discover new possibilities.
I would also love to have the opportunity to move and live in a reality different from my own, to open myself up to new experiences and perspectives. Rather than imagining an already defined future, my dream is to build a life that makes me feel fulfilled, both professionally and personally, continuing to believe in my goals and leaving room for the beautiful surprises that life has in store for me.
Today you are a role model for many girls who follow the pageant. What advice would you give to a girl your age who struggles with her own insecurities and tries to chase unattainable models of perfection?
To a girl my age, I would say not to let her insecurities become a limit, because often it is exactly our vulnerabilities that make us unique and authentic. I believe it is fundamental to learn not to constantly compare ourselves with others, whether they are girls seen on social media or people in our everyday lives. Each of us has our own special light that deserves to be discovered and valued. It is precisely by learning to accept myself and recognize my worth that, over time, I also discovered my light. I would like every girl to understand that it is not necessary to be perfect to be special: true beauty lies in the courage to be oneself, without the fear of shining in one's own way.
